Cambridge Library Collection - Art and Architecture

Cambridge Library Collection - Art and Architecture

Gwilt, Joseph

Cambridge University Press

04/2014

1106

Mole

Inglês

9781108070591

15 a 20 dias

Reissued here in its first edition of 1842, this highly illustrated work by architect Joseph Gwilt (1784-1863) is his most celebrated achievement. Providing thorough coverage of architectural history, theory and practice around the world, it enjoyed great popularity upon its first appearance. Over 1,000 wood engravings accompany the text.
Preface; Part I. History of Architecture: 1. Origin of architecture; 2. Architecture of various countries; 3. Architecture of Britain; Part II. Theory of Architecture: 1. Construction; 2. Material used in buildings; 3. Use of materials; 4. Medium of expression; Part III. Practice of Architecture: 1. The principal parts of a building; 2. Combination of parts; 3. Public buildings; Appendix; Glossary; Index.
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